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HBF reports high construction industry customer satisfaction

The Home Builders Federation has published results from a survey showing a rise in customer satisfaction.

NFB bash Building Safety Levy

The National Federation of Builders has released a statement in the wake of announcements confirming the Building Safety Levy's policy.

Merton development achieves Secured by Design award

A carbon neutral development in Merton has become the first in the area to achieve a Secured by Design (SBD) award.

ATLAS 2025 conference and exhibition hosts record number of exhibitors

The 2025 Secured by Design (SBD) ATLAS conference and exhibition marked a significant milestone, with a record number of SBD member company exhibitors presenting their security solutions at this distinguished policing event.

SFS publishes new NVELOPE® Capability brochure

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched a brochure outlining its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as the myriad design solutions to meet virtually any project’s requirements.

HBF calls for Building Safety Levy suspension

The HBF have sent a letter to the chancellor of the exchequer concerning the Building Safety Levy and its impact on SME builders.

FSi Promat launches new linear joint seal tested to EN standards

Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat has launched Stopseal® Linear Joint Seal (LJS), a dry-fit, fast to install, fire resistant product which provides a high-performance volume expansion and pressure seal.

New NBS Best Practice Guide to Specification released

A new NBS guide to specification has been released, aimed at helping industry professionals write coherent safety specifications.

Ensuring a Golden Thread of installation quality for fire protection

Leeds Beckett University and ARC are collaborating on a pioneering Knowledge Transfer Partnership that combines digital technology and AI to create a Golden Thread of quality assurance for fire prevention product installations.

Why you need a fire protection specialist – and sooner rather than later

Fire protection isn’t a job for the unqualified, which is why our team here at Commercial Fire Protection is certified and accredited by fire industry bodies as competent to carry out the work.

Building beyond tomorrow – the changing face of UK housebuilding

Chris Hall, technical innovation manager at NHBC, looks back at his UK house building career and what to expect in the future as new legislation comes into effect.

MPA criticises government strategies as “inconsistent”

The Mineral Products Association has spoken out, criticising the government for inconsistent strategies favouring some materials.

Navigating the new gateway process: how early engagement can save developers time and money

Steve Evans, head of Technical Operations at NHBC, explores how to navigate the new three-stage gateway process overseen by the BSR.

Trident team ensures fire safety in conversion of 135-year-old Victorian shop unit

Learn more about how Trident's fire safety consultants were able to help bring the Lower Parliament Street Nottingham conversion project to completion.

How to choose the right limit of indemnity for professional indemnity insurance

Whether you’re a consultant, architect, accountant, or engineer, PI insurance protects you from claims related to mistakes, omissions, or negligence in your professional work. But how do you choose the right limit of indemnity for your policy?

Industry reacts to Government Grenfell Inquiry response

Several bodies and industry representatives have shared their thoughts on the Government Grenfell Inquiry response on Wednesday.

Rayner delivers government response to final Grenfell Inquiry report

Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner read out an oral statement in the House of Commons this afternoon, detailing the government's response to the final Grenfell inquiry report.

Final Grenfell Inquiry report condemns “decades of failure…systematic dishonesty”

The final report from the Grenfell Inquiry contains 1,700 pages documenting the failings that led to the 2017 fire, as well as recommendations for Government and industry.

Understanding lithium-ion batteries: risks, severity, and insurance considerations

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries power much of the modern world, found in everything from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy storage systems.

Building a better future: how holistic thinking can tackle the main environmental challenges of 2025

Chris Whall, board director of the Logika Group, discusses the upcoming changes to the interactions between the built environment and natural environment.

How to choose the right limit of indemnity for your cyber insurance policy

Understanding how to select the appropriate limit of indemnity for your cyber insurance policy could be the difference between your business surviving a cyber incident or being severely impacted.

CROSS paper highlights lithium fire safety concerns

A new paper by Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures discusses issues with lithium fire safety and measures to minimise risk in the built environment.

Co-letter sent to government calling for more focus on biodiversity net gain

A co-signed letter has been sent to the government calling for more focus on biodiversity net gain in construction.

MPA slams Environmental Agency’s new waste crime levy

The Mineral Products Association has spoken out against the Environment Agency's new waste crime levy to tax compliant firms.

The impact of extended warranty periods on construction practices

The construction industry is experiencing significant changes as discussions around extending structural warranties from 10 to 15 years gain traction.

Advantage’s Views On Third Party Certification

Third party certification relating to products used in the construction industry is set to play an important role in providing assurances to specifiers and developers. Certification will help meet the building performance requirements identified in the relevant guidance to the Building Regulations.

Trident Fire Protection & Training: CAD Floor Plan & 3D Building Scans

The new fire safety regulations (England 2022) mean that many businesses find themselves no longer compliant, as their plans no longer represent the building adequately.

Changes to pickup truck classification in 2025: what your fleet needs to know

From 2025, HMRC will reclassify all pickup trucks as company cars for tax purposes, regardless of whether they are used for personal or business activities.

New year, new systems. Embracing change in building control in 2025

As 2025 begins, the construction industry finds itself bedding-in to a new era of regulation and accountability in building control.

Building legislations you must know in 2025

Experts at Travis Perkins discuss upcoming building legislations in 2025 and how they will affect the construction industry.

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